1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1958 MG Magnett
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG Magnett would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1958 MG Magnett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1958 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Aston Martin | MG |
| Model | DB7 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
